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Category: Hospitals

CMS Rules for Ambulatory Surgery Centers Used to Expand Hospital Capacity During the COVID-19 Pandemic

CMS has issued new guidance for ambulatory surgery centers (ASCs) used to increase hospital capacity during the COVID-19 pandemic.

When Appropriate, FDA Permits Use of Hydroxychloroquine and Chloroquine to Treat COVID-19

The FDA issued emergency use authorization for anti-malarial drugs hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine to treat COVID-19 patients when deemed appropriate by a healthcare provider.

MSSNY Offers COVID-19 Pandemic Resources for New York Physicians

The Medical Society of the State of New York (MSSNY) has assembled a number of critical resources for New York physicians as they care for patients during the COVID-19 public health crisis.

Cuomo Executive Order Grants Immunity to Healthcare Providers During COVID-19 Emergency

New York Governor Andrew Cuomo has issued an Executive Order granting immunity to healthcare providers responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s MLMIC’s statement on its meaning and significance.

Guidance on Using Telemedicine for Coronavirus

Physicians are reminded to adhere to New York State policy when delivering telehealth services for coronavirus.

Best Practices for Addressing Common Medication Safety Errors

ISMP says its list of “2020-2021 Targeted Medication Safety Best Practices for Hospitals” should be adopted to prevent errors that continue to impact patient safety.

MLMIC and HANYS Offer Webinar on Use of Social Media in Healthcare

Join MLMIC and HANYS on Tuesday, March 24, at noon for a complimentary webinar on optimizing the benefits of social media and managing risks associated with the use of these platforms.

Proper Medication Injection Practices Remain Essential for Patient Safety

New data published in Mayo Clinic Proceedings reinforces the importance of physician adherence to safe medication injection practices.

MLMIC Partners with CRICO Strategies to Boost Data Analytics Capabilities

Through a new partnership with CRICO Strategies, MLMIC will now be able to expand the capabilities of MLMIC Analytics, including delivery of more robust risk management analyses, educational programs and industry reports.

As Top Targets for Hackers, Healthcare Organizations Must Remain Vigilant in Protecting PHI

The Identity Theft Resource Center reports that data breaches increased by 17 percent in 2019, with healthcare listed as a top industry impacted by these attacks.